Merrit Kennedy appears in the following:
Florida Police: Robert Kraft, Owner Of Patriots, To Face Solicitation Charges
Friday, February 22, 2019
The charges are part of a sting on a local spa. Kraft is being charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution, a misdemeanor, tied to two different visits to the spa.
Israel Launches Spacecraft To The Moon
Thursday, February 21, 2019
If the mission is successful, it would make Israel the fourth country to land on the lunar surface – after the U.S., the former Soviet Union and China.
Family Reunites With Dog That Disappeared During The Deadly Camp Fire
Thursday, February 21, 2019
The Akita, named Kingston, had been missing since the Camp Fire started. "When I found out, [it] just about brought me to tears," the dog's owner, Gabriel Ballejos, told a local television station.
Chinese 'Ivory Queen' Sentenced To 15 Years In Jail In Tanzania
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Yang Fenglan, who has lived in Tanzania on and off for decades and operated a Chinese restaurant, was found guilty of working with two Tanzanian men to smuggle more than 800 pieces of ivory.
Trump Pushes Ahead With 'Space Force' Despite Hurdles
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
It would be under the umbrella of the Air Force to try to simplify the process. This represents a shift; Trump had stated that he wanted a space force that is "separate but equal" from the Air Force.
Colin Kaepernick Reaches Deal With The NFL To Settle Collusion Allegations
Friday, February 15, 2019
An attorney for the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback tweeted that after discussions, the "parties have decided to resolve their pending grievances." The terms are not public.
Nigerian Election Delayed Hours Before Polls Were Due To Open
Friday, February 15, 2019
Officials blame "challenges." In Africa's most populous country, President Muhammadu Buhari is trying to hold on to his position, and opposition leader Atiku Abubakar is his fiercest challenger.
Academy Defends Decision Not To Present 4 Awards Live
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Some Hollywood luminaries have criticized truncating the broadcast of awards for best cinematography, film editing, live action short, and makeup and hairstyling. Some parts will be shown later.
With Constitution Changes, Egypt's President Could Stay In Power Until 2034
Thursday, February 14, 2019
The parliament overwhelmingly approved the changes, which require a referendum to enter into force. Human rights groups are expressing alarm, saying they "sanction lifelong presidency."
Rare, Elusive Black Leopard Caught On Camera In The Wild
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
There have been lots of stories about the unique animal in central Kenya's Laikipia County. Now cameras have captured multiple high-quality photos and video.
NASA Says Ultima Thule Actually Looks Like A Pancake And A Walnut
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
They had initially thought the object 4 billion miles from Earth looked like a snowman. The New Horizons spacecraft flew by it on New Year's Day, and new images give scientists a clearer picture.
Wreckage Of WWII Aircraft Carrier Found In The South Pacific Ocean
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
The Hornet played a role in several key events in the war – including the Doolittle Raid on Japan and the Battle of Midway. Researchers have located it 3 miles below the surface.
Trump Calls On Rep. Ilhan Omar To Resign Over Remarks Criticized As Anti-Semitic
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
"Anti-Semitism has no place in the United States Congress," President Trump said. "I think she should either resign from Congress or she should certainly resign from the foreign affairs committee."
Putting Mosquitoes On A Diet Might Help Stop Them From Biting Humans
Thursday, February 07, 2019
New research finds that feeding mosquitoes human diet drugs causes them to lose their taste for human blood for days. The researchers hope this could be used to reduce the spread of disease.
China Investigating Reports Of HIV-Tainted Medication
Wednesday, February 06, 2019
The suspect batch contains more than 12,000 treatments of human immunoglobulin meant to boost patients' weakened immune systems. It's not yet clear if anyone contracted HIV from the product.
Proud Boys Founder Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Southern Poverty Law Center
Tuesday, February 05, 2019
SPLC has labeled the far-right Proud Boys a hate group. Gavin McInnes denies that and says the designation has ruined his reputation and caused him and the group to be barred from online platforms.
Last 4 Children Detained On Nauru Are Heading To The U.S.
Monday, February 04, 2019
The transfer is part of a deal between Australia and the U.S., under the Obama administration, in which the U.S. agreed to accept some 1,250 refugees. President Trump has called it a "dumb deal."
WATCH: New Year's Eve Revelers Gather In Times Square
Monday, December 31, 2018
Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to convene in Manhattan to watch the ball drop and see performances by stars such as Snoop Dogg, Sting and Paulina Rubio.
Intern Killed By Lion At North Carolina Animal Center
Monday, December 31, 2018
Alexandra Black, 22, "was a beautiful young woman who had just started her career," her family said. It's not clear how the male lion escaped a holding area during a routine enclosure cleaning.
Serena Williams And Roger Federer To Face Off For The First Time
Monday, December 31, 2018
The tennis legends will meet at a mixed doubles match in Perth, Australia. They have been on the international tennis circuit for decades and hold 43 Grand Slam titles between them.